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Shapovalov Stumbles Again: Early Exit at National Bank Open

8/1/2025

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Denis Shapovalov faced a tough defeat against American Learner Tien, falling 7-6(4), 7-5 in his opening match at the National Bank Open in Toronto. The Canadian, ranked 29th, battled nerves and unforced errors, suffering his sixth straight early exit at this tournament, a stark contrast to his semifinal run in 2017.

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Denis Shapovalov faced a tough defeat against American Learner Tien, falling 7-6(4), 7-5 in his opening match at the National Bank Open in Toronto. The Canadian, ranked 29th, battled nerves and unforced errors, suffering his sixth straight early exit at this tournament, a stark contrast to his semifinal run in 2017.